Las Vegas is a glittering oasis in the middle of the desert with bright lights and good times surrounded by sand and heat. From Caesars to the Mirage, there are plenty of places to spend your money on the Las Vegas strip. Food, drinks, lodging, gaming and shows can be pricey; if you save money on your airfare, you'll have more to spend on having a good time. Flying to Las Vegas without spending a lot of money works best if you're flexible with your flight dates and times. You could even get a great deal on a last-minute flight and be playing the slots with the money you've saved an hour after your plane lands.
Book your ticket online. Companies compete with one another to offer the lowest possible price. Comparison shopping can save you a ton of money on your way to Las Vegas. Look for special, last-minute flights to Vegas listed on sites such as Expedia, CheapTickets and Priceline.
Print price summaries from all the websites you've visited and take them to a travel agent. Ask if they can get you a better deal. They may run promotions that send groups to gamble in Las Vegas. If you're willing to go along, they can potentially lower the price of your flight to get your business.
Travel in January, February, July or August. People flock to Las Vegas for Christmas and New Year's, so there is a decrease in tourism after the holiday season. The hottest months of the summer are sweltering in Vegas, so fewer people go then, too. You can get a great deal because airlines will be trying to fill emptier flights.
Avoid all holidays. Las Vegas is popular on every single traditional American holiday and the airlines raise their prices accordingly.
Plan your trip at least three weeks to a month in advance. This will allow you to be sure that flights are still available at a low cost. If you wait longer, you may lose your seat to another traveler.
